Kumamoto Shinriki

Kumamoto Shinriki is a special brand that uses the legendary sake rice Shinriki, which Chiyonosono Shuzo has revived. Shinriki is a heritage variety that was cultivated from the Meiji to Taisho eras, characterized by its distinctive flavor and aroma. It has a rich, full-bodied umami and a powerful taste, offering a robust and sturdy sake quality. The combination of Kikuchi River subterranean water and Shinriki rice creates a distinctive flavor that conveys the terroir of Kumamoto. This bottle embodies the brewery's philosophy of reviving heritage rice and inheriting regional culture, making it a sake of historical significance.